Report: Veteran safety TJ Ward intends to play in 2019

Veteran safety T.J. Ward is planning a return to the NFL after taking 2018 off, according to a report.

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Saturday that Ward, who last played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2017, was planning to play in 2019 and worked out for the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Three-time Pro-Bowl safety T.J. Ward, who was out of football last season despite drawing interest, is working out today for the Jaguars and intends to play this season, per source.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) August 24, 2019

Ward is only 32, so he still has a few years left in him if he wants them and can stay healthy. He’s primarily known for his exploits with the Denver Broncos, where he played three seasons and won Super Bowl 50. He was abruptly released after the 2016 season, signed on with Tampa Bay, and was dissatisfied with his playing time. He proceeded to take a year off, but given he’s taking workouts, he’s clearly serious about a return.